1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
